Jun 11, 2026
Concurrent: Preparing for the Next CEO: What Every Board Should Know
Presented by: Private Company Governance Summit 2026
Washington D.C.
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CEO succession isn’t just a public company concern — it’s mission-critical for private and family businesses too. Whether you’re planning for a graceful handoff years down the road or bracing for the “hit-by-a-bus” scenario, your board needs a plan that goes beyond wishful thinking. This session tackles how often CEO succession should hit the agenda, how to build a real pipeline of future leaders (family or not) and whether your next CEO might come from outside the bloodline. We’ll also explore the board’s role in spotting and developing talent deeper in the organization. Because real succession planning doesn’t stop at the top.
Speakers:
- Susan Schroeder, Partner(CAP)
- Steve G. Mahon, Chair (Summit Brewing Co.)
- Tony Brausen, Director (Adolfson & Peter Construction)
- Andrew Wexler, CEO (Herschend Family Entertainment)